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Creating a University: University of North Florida Faculty and Staff Remember 35 Years

University of North Florida

In recognition of the 35th anniversary of the founding of the University of North Florida in Jacksonville, Florida, Dr. James B. Crooks, Professor Emeritus of the University presents an overview history of the University starting from its first day of classes on October 2, 1972. Basing his comments on the contents of oral history interviews he conducted with founding faculty, administrators and staff, Dr. Crooks describes the decisions, the developments and the many outstanding individuals who helped shape the unique "university in the woods." The lecture includes a video presentation, "2007, a UNF odyssey." The video includes a list of UNF people Crooks interviewed in preparing his lecture and contains recorded portions of interviews accompanied by still photos of locales and people from early campus life.
2010
Groundbreaking for the University of North Florida College of Education and Human Services, January 10, 2008

University of North Florida

Speakers describe the pivotal role the College of Education has played in the life of the University and their hopes for the effectiveness of the programs which will be housed in the new building. Closes with a ceremonial pouring of the first concrete for the building.
2008
Groundbreaking of Osprey Fountains, October 24, 2007

University of North Florida

Speakers describe their pleasure and excitement at beginning a construction project which will provide campus housing for 1,000 students in an amenity filled space. President Delaney uses a backhoe to symbolically move the first shovel of dirt to begin the project.
2007
Groundbreaking of the UNF Student Union, September 19, 2007

University of North Florida

Speakers acknowledge guests and describe the planning process for the UNF student union and their hope that the student union will be a center of unity and activity for the student body.
2007
Dedication of the Social Sciences Building, October 10, 2006

University of North Florida

Speakers describe the unique nature of the new social sciences building and call for the audience to acknowledge the changes happening on UNF campus. Of special interest is the LEED certified nature of the new building. Closes with an exterior view of the newly dedicated building.
2006
Thomas G. Carpenter Library Celebration, University of North Florida, October 5, 2006

University of North Florida

Speakers and guests celebrate the expansion and renovation of the University of North Florida's Thomas G. Carpenter Library. Speakers provide insight into the founding of the University of North Florida and the growth of the UNF Library. Congratulations are offered to the founding director of the Library, Andrew Farkas, and to the Library staff who have worked diligently to create an important resource to the University and the North Florida region
2006
Groundbreaking Social Science Building, September 21, 2005

University of North Florida

Speakers discuss how the building will enhance the teaching environment on campus. The building will provide state of the art teaching facilities and expanded office and laboratory space. Speakers explain the importance of the building as the first completely "green" building in the northeast Florida region. Includes exterior shots of the campus and attendees at the ceremony.
2005
Inauguration of John A. Delaney as the Fifth President of the University of North Florida, February 20, 2004

University of North Florida

Contains the program of the inauguration of the fifth president of the University of North Florida recorded on the day of the event. Podium speakers include: A. David Kline, Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs; Jerry E. Watterson III, President, Student Government; Michael P. Trotter II, President USPA; Kellie G. Woodle, President, A and P Association; Judith L. Solano, President, Faculty Association; Philip J. Mobley, President UNF Alumni Association; W. Radford Lovett II, President, UNF Foundation; Jimmy R. Jenkins, Sr., President, Edward Waters College; John Peyton, Mayor, City of Jacksonville; Mark H. Mahon, Florida House of Representatives; Carolyn K. Robert, Chair, Florida Board of Governors; Jeb Bush, Governor, State of Florida; Carol C. Thompson, Chair, UNF Board of Trustees; Thomas F. Petway III, community leader. Includes investiture ceremony, acceptance and inaugural address of President John A. Delaney, singing of the UNF Anthem by the UNF Chamber Singers, Merrill J. Palmer, directing.
2004
Re-Dedication of Founders Hall, Dr. Tom Carpenter, February 19, 2004

University of North Florida

Allaire describes how the plaque honoring the first 49 donors to the University's foundation fund was dedicated on December 17, 1972, but later misplaced during a renovation of the building. Recently rediscovered in an electrical closet, the plaque has been reinstalled on the building. President Delaney outlines the changes to UNF since 1972. Dr. Carpenter addresses his years as the founding president of the University. Lovett, honors the culture of philanthropy that these early donors represent. Includes footage of the unveiling of the plaque, close ups of photographs from the original dedication ceremony and footage of the attendees following the ceremony.
2004
University of North Florida 32nd Annual Fall Convocation, October 10, 2003

University of North Florida

Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs, Dr. A. David Kline provides introductions to the speakers and welcome remarks. President of the University, John A. Delaney acknowledges the warmth of the campus welcome for him as the new president and praises the quality of the faculty. Dr. Stephen L. Shapiro, Vice President of the Faculty Association, distributes awards to faculty members, including this year's distinguished professor award to Dr. Kunisi S. Venkatasubban. In his acceptance speech, Dr. Venkatasubban reflects on his career at UNF, the growth of the student body and the importance of faculty research to improving the quality of teaching. Dr. Venkatasubban describes the evolution of the science program at UNF. With the expansion of course offerings and increase in the numbers of students studying science, he urges that attention be paid to the need for more science faculty, more laboratory space and greater financial resources to support research. Dr. Venkatasubban looks forward to the addition of master level degrees in the sciences and the creation of collaborative degree programs.
2003
University of North Florida 31st Annual Fall Convocation, October 4, 2002

University of North Florida

Interim Vice President for Academic Affairs, Dr. Henry J. Camp, provides introductions to the speakers and welcome remarks. Interim President of the University, Dr. A. David Kline, describes his view of the future of the University and some of the influences on UNF's development. Dr. Terry Bowen, President of the Faculty Association, distributes awards to faculty members, including this year's distinguished professor award to Dr. Elizabeth L. Furdell. In her acceptance speech, Dr. Furdell reflects on the development of her career, the importance of taking advantage of opportunities presented to one, the vital role university support plays in faculty scholarly research and her gratitude for her association with UNF and the Jacksonville community.
2002
Groundbreaking for the University of North Florida Science and Engineering Building, November 30, 2001

University of North Florida

Speakers describe the growth of science and engineering at the University and the pivotal role the new building will have in providing space to train and educate the Jacksonville workforce for the challenges of the future. Closes with a ceremonial shoveling of dirt by platform participants.
2001
Lazzara Gift Announcement, March 29, 2001

University of North Florida

President Hopkins announces a gift of 1.25 million dollars to the University from Jacksonville civic leaders, Irene and Gaspar Lazzara, to support the completion of the new performance center on campus. With matching funds from the state of Florida, the gift becomes 2.35 million dollars. Speakers describe the importance of strengthening the region's venues for participation in arts events and the role that the new performing space will have in that process.
3-29-2001
Inauguration of Anne H. Hopkins as Fourth President of the University of North Florida, October 1, 1999

University of North Florida

Contains the entire program of the inauguration of the fourth president of the University of North Florida recorded on the day of the event, including footage of the ceremonial march by the faculty to escort Dr. Hopkins to the Arena for investiture. Podium speakers include: A. David Kline, Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs; John E. Thrasher, Speaker, Florida House of Representatives; Thomas F. Petway III, Chair, Board of Regents of the State University System of Florida; James W. Horne, Florida Senate, District 6; John Delaney, Mayor of Jacksonville; Stephen L. Shapiro, President of UNF Faculty Association; Ricky B. Arjune, President, UNF Administrative and Professional Association; Linda Wilson, President, UNF University Support Personnel Systems; Alexander Diaz, President, Student Government Association; Donald H. Poag, Jr., President, UNF National Alumni Association; Robert H. Paul III, President, UNF Foundation. Includes inaugural address of Molly Corbett Broad, President, University of North Carolina, investiture by Adam W. Herbert and Thomas F. Petway III and president's remarks, by Dr. Anne Hopkins. Concludes with footage from the inaugural dinner festivities including speeches, acknowledgements and candid greetings with participants.
1999
Adam Herbert's Farewell from the University of North Florida

University of North Florida

Speakers celebrate the presidency of Dr. Adam Herbert as he leaves the University to assume the position of Chancellor of the State University System of Florida. Herbert is praised for the commitment to education and the University and for his close ties to the Jacksonville community. Dr. Herbert responds with thanks and his hopes for the future.
1-28-1998
University of North Florida Commencement Ceremony, December 11, 1998

University of North Florida

Commencement ceremony held December 11, 1998, at the University of North Florida Arena, Jacksonville, Fla. Includes complete commencement program with Interim President of the University, Dr. E.K. Fretwell, Jr. presiding and the commencement address of Dr. Adam W. Herbert, Chancellor, State University System of Florida and former President of the University of North Florida.
1998
Groundbreaking for the University Conference Center, April 18, 1997

University of North Florida

Speakers describe the new conference center and comment on its role in the continuing growth of the campus. They describe the positive impact the center will have on both the campus and the city of Jacksonville. In addition to the Division of Continuing Education and Extension, the University Center is planned to house the Institute of Police Technology and Management, the Florida Institute of Education, the Institute of Government, and the Small Business Development Center.
1997
University of North Florida 25th Anniversary

University of North Florida

Commemorates the first day of classes at the University of North Florida and celebrates the founding of the University of North Florida in Jacksonville, Florida. Speakers, charter members of the faculty, staff and administration and their guests come together to celebrate the history and development of the University.
1997
University of North Florida 26th Annual Fall Convocation, September 5th 1997

University of North Florida

Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs, Dr. A. David Kline, provides introductions to the speakers and makes remarks on the importance of good university citizenship. Dr. Chris Rasche, President of the Faculty Association, presents teaching and advising awards as well as the distinguished professor award to Dr. E. Allen Tilley. Dr. Tilley's distinguished professor lecture focuses on the large number of adjunct faculty utilized by the University and the necessity of providing better salaries and support for them. President of the University, Dr. Adam Herbert, in his state of the university speech, describes the importance of UNF moving forward from its 25th anniversary celebration to reinvent the University to fit future needs and prepare for accreditation. Dr. Herbert believes that the University has a mandate to provide the transforming power of education to the community.
1997
University of North Florida Commencement Ceremony, December 12, 1997

University of North Florida

Commencement ceremony held December 12, 1997, at the University of North Florida Arena, Jacksonville, Fla. Includes complete commencement program with President of the University Dr. Adam Herbert presiding and the commencement address by the Honorable John A. Delaney, Mayor of Jacksonville, Fla.
1997
Turning Silver

University of North Florida and White Hawk Pictures

Presidents, professors, and students of the University of North Florida, community leaders and Florida governors, past and present, describe the development of the University over the past twenty-five years and what it has come to mean to the vibrant life of Jacksonville. Features historical and contemporary footage of the campus and local personalities.
1997
UNF License Plate Commercial

University of North Florida

These commercials were created to advertise the University of North Florida's Collegiate license plate.

00:00-00:38: 30 Second License Plate Commercial

00:39-01:37: 60 Second License Plate Commercial
1-23-1996
UNF SPOT Commercials

University of North Florida

These commercials were created as advertisements for the University of North Florida.

00:00-00:45: SPOT #1

00:48-02:02: SPOT #2
10-28-1994
University of North Florida 22nd Annual Fall Convocation, September 17, 1993

University of North Florida

President of the University, Adam Herbert, welcomes the faculty to the academic year and highlights his priorities for the coming year. He describes an initiative to share the story of UNF on a wider basis in preparation for a major fundraising program. Herbert cites raising faculty salaries and upgrading campus technologies as priorities. Dr. Herbert introduces UNF's newly appointed Vice President for Academic Affairs, Dr. Alan Campbell Ling. In his presentation, Dr. Ling describes his belief that learning is a joint effort between faculty, administrators, and students. He emphasizes the importance of quality faculty to the growth of the University. Dr. Charles M. Galloway, Acting Vice President for Academic Affairs, provides welcome remarks and introductions. Includes introduction of the new faculty by the academic deans.
1993
Dedication of Frederick H. Schultz Hall, May 22, 1992

University of North Florida

Speakers describe the life and public contributions of Frederick H. Schultz. They link his career and his public service to his belief in the power of education to uplift citizens.
1992

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